Chapter 386: Relics of the Past
Chapter 386: Relics of the Past
Lindsey's gaze fell upon the wooden plaque.
The script on it was identical to the ancient scroll he had obtained in the Black Mountains.
Thanks to the habits cultivated by Red Moon, Lindsey would practice his writing whenever he had free time in the morning. With the bonus from his Experience Bar, he could naturally recognize the content written on it.
"Fellow warriors, the Godslayer Technique has already been created by someone in a distant world beyond.
This is undoubtedly the dawn of victory.
But we must also understand that this is far from our homeland.
When considering the future, I hope everyone can remember the feelings of the Sixth Divine Court, which we overthrew not long ago, during their moment of defeat.
It was not only a spectacular scene but also a reflection of our current situation.
I do not know if fate has already brought forth heavier chains.
But since the path of the Organizer was established, standing here now is undoubtedly a victory over the past oppressors and tyrants!
Now, the land beyond the Elemental Realm has been occupied by the Revenants.
Among them is the most powerful commander, the Extinction Crown.
The world's seclusion surpasses all seals and prisons of techniques, and we cannot flee on our ships under coercion. This crisis is wider than the Finn River, with tighter currents, and behind us lies only the Battlefield of War!
We have already engaged the enemy in close combat here.
We must win, or it is death! The resurrected dead are brutal and arrogant, believing that everything should belong to them.
They think that the living should follow their commands, that they should decide whom to fight and whom to make peace with. They set boundaries, preventing people from crossing mountains and rivers, sealing everything off, yet they do not abide by the boundaries they set themselves.
How is this any different from the tyranny of the Divine Court?
They have already taken countless lives and seized Whitebird Plain.
Is the fall of this ancient land a trivial matter?
Do they also want to conquer the Elemental Realm? To conquer our neighbors and take away the majestic forest beneath our feet?
Apart from the things we protect with our weapons, they will not leave anything behind.
Between victory and annihilation, there is no room for hesitation! It is either victory or death! If fate is uncertain, it is better to die on the battlefield than to perish in flight.
If this can become everyone's unwavering determination.
Then I will say it again! You have already defeated the most difficult thing to overcome, the Organizer Alliance, and you still walk on the path of justice called the 'Path of Resistance'! Those who refuse to endure humiliation gather their strength!
Even without the Godslayer Technique, we can still defeat all enemies!"
"..."
"A motivational speech?"
The content on the wooden plaque generally explained why the Garden had been abandoned, and it was indeed related to the war with the Extinction Crown, and it also hinted at the existence of a Godslayer Technique.
Analyzing the history within, one could discover that the Garden was established by the 'Divine Court,' then overthrown by the 'Organizer Alliance,' who subsequently used this place as their base and engaged in combat with the Revenants.
This was the general understanding of the information.
However, what caught Lindsey's attention the most was the term 'Organizer Alliance' in the text.
The Organizer—one of the thirteen most powerful factions among the Awakened.
It was also Mullernahun's profession.
In the distant past, it had long been buried in the hazy and unpredictable annals of history.
But the current situation in the Garden made Lindsey feel a mix of emotions, unsure how to evaluate it.
"Lord Diablo, what does this say?"
At this moment, Kaghi, who was standing nearby, also approached and asked.
As a Sensor, he couldn't recognize the ancient, lost script that had been forgotten for ages.
Kaghi analyzed Lindsey's expression and deduced that this prominent figure of Volcano City must have recognized what was written on the plaque.
Lindsey shook his head slightly:
"This is a speech, roughly encouraging people to resist the crisis brought about by the zombies.
"Kaghi's expression turned pensive as he spoke,
"I never heard of such a massive architectural relic existing in the Forest Courtyard."
"..."
Lindsey chose not to continue the conversation with Kaghi.
The wooden plaque itself was merely a medium for recording drafts, devoid of any peculiarities, holding only historical significance.
After reading it, Lindsey set it aside.
His attention naturally shifted to the Seven-Pointed Star badge beside it.
This item undoubtedly had an extraordinary origin, and the faint essence he sensed emanated from it.
It was important to note that the Garden had been sealed here for over ten thousand years.
After enduring such a long period, the item still retained some power, which meant it was certainly not an ordinary trinket.
[Accessory: Peaceful Seven-Pointed Star Medal]
[Upon equipping, slightly increases all attributes; grants the identity of Friend of the Seven-Pointed Star Federation.]
[The lengthy passage of time has caused most of its power to dissipate, making it moderately valuable.]
Lindsey placed the Peaceful Seven-Pointed Star Medal in his equipment slot, and all his attributes immediately increased by 1.
Considering his attributes often surged by 4 to 5 points, the boost from the medal was barely noticeable.
The effect of the Peaceful Seven-Pointed Star Medal could be described as barely beneficial.
"However, this is the effect after its power has diminished."
"If it were from the era when it was first forged, the effect would undoubtedly be more significant than this."
This wasn't the first time Lindsey had heard of the Seven-Pointed Star Federation.
He recalled something and rummaged through his bag, finding a past reward.
[Artifact: Ancient Gold Coin]
[An ancient gold coin from the Seven-Pointed Star Federation, minted to commemorate the restoration of peace with the Fifth Divine Court.]
[Collectors would love this!]
"..."
To be honest, Lindsey felt a slight urge to return to the secluded borderlands and consult the Spirit of the Mountains about the distant past.
The Spirit was a firsthand witness to that ancient war.
No written account could compare to hearing the story directly from the source.
"Unfortunately, I'm quite busy at the moment."
Lindsey shook his head.
He added this newfound treasure to his collection and called out to Kaghi, heading towards the center of the hall.
Before leaving, his gaze lingered on the six murals surrounding them.
He committed the faces of these individuals to memory.
Lindsey scanned the area near the fountain, and the white light of [Puzzle Game] illuminated a stone carving on the side of the fountain.
He reached out and pulled, and the ancient wooden mechanism creaked as it opened a passage to the underground sewers in front of them.
"Let's go down."
"Remember to be as quiet as possible; Yuramanthor can locate prey based on sound."
Lindsey led the way, jumping into the sewer.
The Garden's tree illumination system worked here as well, so the place lacked the oppressive darkness of a typical sewer. Instead, it resembled an unvisited mountain tunnel.
The path ahead was winding and convoluted.
Lindsey had to expend a significant amount of essence to expand the map's range, finally confirming a route through the vast and intricate maze.
The two proceeded cautiously, trying to muffle their footsteps.
The soft soles of the [Gray Rabbit Shoes] made almost no sound on the wooden floor.
Half an hour passed, and Kaghi, the Sensor, once again proved his worth.
He halted and called out to Lindsey.
First, he pointed upwards:
"Lord Diablo, I sense some rustling sounds above, like the friction of plants. We've reached the right place."
Then he pointed forward:
"But ahead of us, there seem to be footsteps approaching in our direction?"
(End of Chapter)
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